2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 949 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 205 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
